2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 420 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 902 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
