2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari 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) has 361 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. 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) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
