1998 GMC Safari vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 GMC Safari 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 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Safari | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
