2009 Acura RL vs. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | RL | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 551 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |