2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
