1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 626 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
