2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Alero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Alero weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Alero | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
