2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Outlander | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
