2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental GTC | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
