2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2567 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2746 mm |
