2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Outlander | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
