2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 470 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
