2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 93 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Cavalier | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |