2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Focus. 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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Focus | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |