2008 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | TSX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 6750 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
