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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 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 230 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 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 | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |