2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 300 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Bentley | Saab |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
