2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Mazda B2500

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 683 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2005 Mazda B2500
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Continental GT B2500
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 4030 cc
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 641 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2990 mm


 

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