2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
