2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 726 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Bentley | Acura |
| Model | Continental GTC | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
