2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Mazda Atenza and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza. 2001 Mazda Atenza has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Atenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda Atenza | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | Atenza | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |