2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Octavia | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
