2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2001 Skoda Octavia and 1998 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
