2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 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 496 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |