2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Edge |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
