2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | Octavia | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
