2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |