2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | 3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |