2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Explorer | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |