2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Skoda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Octavia | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2635 mm |