2003 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura MDX would be higher. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Acura MDX.
Because 2003 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 2006 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6748 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
