2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2001 Skoda Octavia
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 Octavia
Year Released 2004 2001
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3822 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 293 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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