2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Opel Zafira

To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2008 Opel Zafira 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) has 404 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2008 Opel Zafira
Make Bentley Opel
Model Continental Flying Spur Zafira
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2198 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 552 HP 148 HP
Torque 650 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 308 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.7 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 58 L


 

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