2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 216 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |