2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Cavalier | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
