2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 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 317 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
