2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 967 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Arnage | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Arnage | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1618 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |