2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 533 kg more than 2007 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestar. (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GTC | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
