2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 315 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.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Skoda | Seat |
| Model | Octavia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
