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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 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 750 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (499 Nm @ 4100 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 | 5998 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |