2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 974 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Azure | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
