2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 428 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
