2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
