1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
