2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
