2008 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Clio | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Clio | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
