2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 6 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Skoda | Pontiac |
| Model | Octavia | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
