2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |