2000 Seat Arosa vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa.
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 (235 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Arosa | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Arosa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1315 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
