2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
