2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 592 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental GT | CTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
