2005 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 RX-8. 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 (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mazda | Bentley |
Model | RX-8 | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |