2000 Acura TL vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure 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 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | TL | Azure |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6760 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |