2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 10 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 336 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
