2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2012 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 321 kg more than 2012 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Bentley | Acura |
Model | Continental GT | MDX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |