2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (275 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1126 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
