2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
