2005 Acura RSX vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RSX | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
