2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Arnage | Cruze |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |