2004 Saab 93 vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2004 Saab 93 and 2004 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 93 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 93 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saab 93 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Saab 93 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Saab | Skoda |
Model | 93 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |