2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Nubira | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
