2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Colorado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
