2000 Acura RL vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RL | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
