2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 376 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 959 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
