2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Solara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |