2008 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki XL7 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Suzuki | Bentley |
| Model | XL7 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
