1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 461 kg more than 1997 Bentley Turbo.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 106 L |
