2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2004 Porsche 911 and 2004 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2004 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2004 Skoda Octavia
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 Octavia
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 285 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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