2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2527 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 98 L |
