2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 274 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 2010 Mercury Mariner. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Skoda | Mercury |
Model | Octavia | Mariner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |