2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2009 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Vibe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
