2004 Rover 45 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 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 45 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
