2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 Bentley Arnage.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Arnage | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
