2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 280 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
