2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 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 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |