2006 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1998 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
