2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur

To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Make Mercedes-Benz Bentley
Model SLK Continental Flying Spur
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5291 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3066 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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