2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2002 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Octavia | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |