2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 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), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Explorer | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2118 mm |
