1999 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 739 kg more than 2005 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Continental | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | MPV |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |