2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1312 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | TL | Arnage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |