2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2005 Seat Leon 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 443 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 Seat Leon. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon
Make Bentley Seat
Model Continental Flying Spur Leon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1896 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 551 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 10.7 seconds
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 1239 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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