2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Astro and 2003 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 696 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Astro 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 2003 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Astro | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |