2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Ranger | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
