2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2004 Skoda Octavia and 2004 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
