2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 11 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 452 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos 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, 2012 Renault Koleos 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
