2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 56 kg more than 2000 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
