2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |