1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 122 kg more than 1996 Bentley Continental.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |