2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Bentley Continental and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2004 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Continental | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |