2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. 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 317 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda CX-7 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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.
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2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental GT | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |