2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1321 kg more than 2006 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 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 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
