2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 6 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Vue | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | Vue | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
