2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
Model | Octavia | Monaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |