2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 536 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 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Acura | Bentley |
| Model | TL | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
