2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Defender | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
