2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Envoy | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
