2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 267 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | 5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |