2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 957 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Envoy | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |
