2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 284 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
