2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Arnage | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
