2004 Volvo V40 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 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V40 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 431 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V40 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Volvo | Bentley |
| Model | V40 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
