2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 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 533 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1660 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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 2009 Citroen C1. 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 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | C1 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
