2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
