2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
