2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |