2006 Acura TSX vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 970 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TSX | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | TSX | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2970 mm |