2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 448 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 843 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Continental GT | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2260 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |