2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 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 (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 779 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. 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 2006 Ford F-350. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | F-350 | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 90 L |