2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Bentley | Land Rover |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
