2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 784 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2010 Dodge Ram
Make Bentley Dodge
Model Continental Flying Spur Ram
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 5654 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 98 L


 

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