1999 Saturn SL vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL.
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 (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saturn SL | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | SL | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
