1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3530 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |