2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | LR3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |