2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 276 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 960 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
