2005 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Azure |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 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 | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |
