2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 288 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1398 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. 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 Taurus X. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |