2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Kia Spectra

To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2009 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 466 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2009 Kia Spectra. 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, 2009 Kia Spectra, 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2009 Kia Spectra
Make Bentley Kia
Model Continental Flying Spur Spectra
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1975 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 602 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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