2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
