2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 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 465 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1399 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
