2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Skoda |
| Model | Touran | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
