1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Felicia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
