2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | T5 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
