1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |