1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | LeSabre | Octavia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |