2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Brooklands | STS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |