2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GT (700 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Explorer | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 91 L |
