2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Octavia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
