2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 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 353 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1304 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
