2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 236 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 926 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 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 | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
