1997 Seat Arosa vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. Both 1997 Seat Arosa and 2006 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Arosa | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Arosa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
