2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition 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 251 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Expedition | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |