2009 Acura TL vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | TL | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 28.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |