2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2003 Skoda Octavia and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 250 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 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 2003 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |