2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Cobalt | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
