2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GT and 2009 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Continental GT | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |