2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 361 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Venture 2000 Skoda Octavia
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Venture Octavia
Year Released 2004 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3343 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2520 mm


 

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