2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (310 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
