2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
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 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo 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) has 485 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Tata Sumo. 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Sumo 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 | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Bentley | Tata |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | Sumo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |