2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Vectra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
