2006 Acura RL vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2006 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | RL | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
