2005 Mini One vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini One would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mini | Skoda |
| Model | One | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
