2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 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 399 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental GTC | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
