2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (270 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental GTC | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
