2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
