2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2002 Dodge Neon 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia.

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 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Neon 2002 Skoda Octavia
Make Dodge Skoda
Model Neon Octavia
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2520 mm


 

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