2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2006 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2006 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2298 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
