2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 432 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 922 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2615 mm |
