2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
