2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Washu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | Washu | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
