2009 Acura TL vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure 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 2003 Bentley Azure. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | TL | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2970 mm |
