2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. 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 2005 Mazda B2300. 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 (660 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2300 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | B2300 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
