2003 Vauxhall Agila vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 317 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. 2005 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Agila | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Skoda |
| Model | Agila | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
