2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 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 288 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Mercury Sable. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |