2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 808 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Discovery | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |