2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 567 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | 300 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
