2002 Acura MDX vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura MDX | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 108 L |
