2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | 6 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
