1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 77 kg more than 1998 Bentley Azure.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
