2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 204 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
