2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
Model | Octavia | Zafira |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |