1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 16 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 822 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2893 mm |