2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | TL | Arnage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |