2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Skoda | Saab |
| Model | Octavia | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
