2002 Dodge Stratus 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 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Stratus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
