2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Arnage and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 925 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Arnage | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |