2004 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 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), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 45 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
