2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 649 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | CTS | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
