2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (311 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
