2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 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 249 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| 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 | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
