2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 @ 6100 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |