2004 Proton Impian vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Impian | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | Impian | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
