2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Octavia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
