2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. 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 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Skoda | Daewoo |
| Model | Octavia | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
