2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 277 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
