2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 786 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |
