2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 2 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |