2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B2500 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
