2004 Proton Saloon vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Saloon | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | Saloon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
