2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Accent | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
