2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. 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 251 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
