2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 815 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental T | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
