2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 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 Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
