2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 290 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 811 kg more than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
