2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,834 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 675 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Endeavor | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
