1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
