2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Sunfire | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
