2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | C5 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
