2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Vibe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
