2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 340 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 2008 Ford Focus. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
