2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2002 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mini Cooper 2002 Skoda Octavia
Make Mini Skoda
Model Cooper Octavia
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 211 Nm
Top Speed 218 km/hour 182 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2520 mm


 

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