2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
