2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 289 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
