2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1458 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Skoda | Land Rover |
Model | Octavia | Freelander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |