2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 201 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (350 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |