2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 234 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1363 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada. 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 2008 Nissan Armada. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Armada. (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Armada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
