2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 775 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Silverado | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |