2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Liberty | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
