2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 448 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Touran |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |