2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1273 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 2012 Citroen C3. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | C3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
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 | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |