2004 Holden Cruze vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Cruze | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
