2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 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 325 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |