2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 399 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 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 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
