2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 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 (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
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 | 380 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |