2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Impala and 2002 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Impala | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
