2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
