2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 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 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 905 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2007 Bentley Azure 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. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3173 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
