2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Econoline | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2746 mm |
