2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 696 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | XLR | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |