2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 309 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
