1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 406 kg more than 1999 Bentley Continental.
Because 1999 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
