2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B4000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
