2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Brooklands | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
