2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Vectra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
