2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 242 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | LeSabre | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
