2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental GT | Escape |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |