2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
