2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 12 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Octavia | GL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
