2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Suburban | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
