2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
Model | Octavia | Colorado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |