2008 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | MDX | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
