2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
