2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1057 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
