2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 335 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Felicia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Azure | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
