2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2005 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |