2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 869 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Bentley | Saab |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |