2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 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 260 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1601 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Explorer | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 966 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
