Rover 400 1998 vs Skoda Octavia 2000
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| 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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 143 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.7 seconds | 14.1 seconds | |
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Rover 400 is more dynamic to drive. Rover 400 engine produces 13 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, but torque is 5 NM less than Skoda Octavia. Thanks to more power Rover 400 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 | 8.1 | |
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The Skoda Octavia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Rover 400 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Rover 400 could require 105 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 670 km in combined cycle | |
| 750 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| Skoda Octavia gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 2000 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 2000 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.49 m | 4.51 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.39 m | 1.43 m | |
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Rover 400 is smaller. Rover 400 is 2 cm shorter than the Skoda Octavia, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Rover 400 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 470 litres | 528 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
810 litres | 1328 litres | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage space. Rover 400 has 58 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Octavia (by 518 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Rover 400 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Rover 400 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`640 kg | 1`790 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`155 kg | 1`280 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 485 kg | 510 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 1200 | |
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