2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 8 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | HHR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
