2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 318 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |