2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 673 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. 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 (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GT | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
