2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Protege (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Protege | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
