2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1421 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 685 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 308 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
