2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 692 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Bentley | Acura |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
