2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 6 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 461 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Bentley | SsangYong |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
