2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Acura TSX

To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 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 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Arnage 2013 Acura TSX
Make Bentley Acura
Model Arnage TSX
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 399 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 11
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2586 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4714 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 16.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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