2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 788 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Bentley | Acura |
Model | Arnage | TL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |