2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. Both 2004 Skoda Octavia and 2001 Volkswagen Sharan are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |