2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 446 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
