2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 156 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |