2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 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 405 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 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 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
