2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Skoda | Saturn |
| Model | Octavia | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
