1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 241 kg more than 1997 Bentley Continental.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
