2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 895 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental GT | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1490 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 Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |