2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash 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 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Splash. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Splash |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
