2003 Honda Element vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element 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 442 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 895 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. 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 2003 Honda Element. 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 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Element | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Honda | Bentley |
Model | Element | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |