2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Verada | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |