2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Arnage | DTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |