2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 500 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
Model | Polo | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |