2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1235 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Octavia | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
