2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia.

Because 2002 Ferrari Rossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ferrari Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ferrari Rossa 2002 Skoda Octavia
Make Ferrari Skoda
Model Rossa Octavia
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 55 L


 

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