2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano 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 305 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
