2002 Acura EL vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | EL | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
