2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 11 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 459 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Skoda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Octavia | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
