2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 459 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bentley | SsangYong |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
