2002 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Compass 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 186 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.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass 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, 2002 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Compass | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
