2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 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 266 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (336 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 712 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2007 Chrysler 300
Make Bentley Chrysler
Model Continental Flying Spur 300
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 5654 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 602 HP 336 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 322 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1873 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.6 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 73 L


 

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