2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Mazda 6

To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GT and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental GT 2006 Mazda 6
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Continental GT 6
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 318 km/hour 189 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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