2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2006 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 363 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2006 BMW X3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |