2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 332 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
