1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Bentley Arnage.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Arnage | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 98 L |
