2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
