2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2004 Skoda Octavia and 2004 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. 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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Skoda | Proton |
Model | Octavia | Perdana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |