2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTC (881 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental GTC | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
