2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2004 Rover 75 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. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Skoda | Rover |
| Model | Octavia | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
