2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Outlander | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
