2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
