2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 242 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.
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 @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
