2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 334 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
