Skoda Octavia 1996 vs Volkswagen Passat 2000

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Skoda Octavia
1996 - 2000
Volkswagen Passat
2000 - 2005
Body: HatchbackSedan
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Skoda Octavia is available only with front wheel drive, while Volkswagen Passat can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.4 - 2.01.6 - 4.0

Performance

Power: 60 - 150 HP100 - 275 HP
Torque: 118 - 235 NM148 - 370 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 - 18.9 seconds6.5 - 14 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.1 - 9.25.4 - 13.0
Skoda Octavia petrol engines consumes on average 1.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than Volkswagen Passat. On average, Skoda Octavia equipped with diesel engines consume 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.51 m4.70 m
Width: 1.73 m1.75 m
Height: 1.43 m1.46 m
Skoda Octavia is smaller.
Skoda Octavia is 19 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Passat, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 530 litres475 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1330 litresno data
Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Skoda Octavia has 55 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat. The Volkswagen Passat may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters12 meters
The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 1.2 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Passat, which means Skoda Octavia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`786~ 2`046
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

average
Average price (€): 10001400
Pros and Cons: Skoda Octavia has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Volkswagen Passat has
  • available with 4x4 drive
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