1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 471 kg more than 2003 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3490 mm |
