2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B2500 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
