2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 261 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1374 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
