2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 188 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.

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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Skoda Octavia 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Skoda Volkswagen
Model Octavia Touran
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 6 L/100km


 

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