2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. Both 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton are equipped with a 5,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
