2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | 6 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
