1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2520 mm |
