2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Sprinter | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
