2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 412 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |