1995 Saturn SL vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SL | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | SL | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
