2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 753 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (299 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Lincoln | Bentley |
Model | LS | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 602 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |