2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2003 Bentley Continental GT and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Continental GT 2003 Mazda 6
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Continental GT 6
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1798 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 319 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 10.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L