2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 541 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Patriot | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
