2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Citi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
