2005 Acura CL vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 3 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | CL | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
