2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 765 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Arnage | STS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |