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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 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 315 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Outlander | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2374 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |