2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | 5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1387 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
