2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 860 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
Model | XJR | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |