2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 842 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Mondeo | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 91 L |
