2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 362 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
