2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
