2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2003 Bentley Azure and 2003 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 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 2003 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Azure 2003 Skoda Fabia
Make Bentley Skoda
Model Azure Fabia
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2470 mm


 

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