2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 343 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental GT | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |