Subaru Legacy 2003 vs Skoda Octavia 2004

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Subaru Legacy
2003 - 2006
Skoda Octavia
2004 - 2009
Body: SedanHatchback
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: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Subaru Legacy is available with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Skoda Octavia can be equipped with front wheel drive.
Engines: 2.0 - 3.0 (petrol)1.4 - 2.0 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 138 - 245 HP75 - 200 HP
Torque: 187 - 297 NM126 - 350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 - 13 seconds7.3 - 15.5 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.5 - 11.75.0 - 8.3
Subaru Legacy petrol engines consumes on average 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than Skoda Octavia.
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Ground clearance: 150 - 155 mm (5.9 - 6.1 inches)140 mm (5.5 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Legacy can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 4.66 m4.57 m
Width: 1.73 m1.77 m
Height: 1.42 m1.46 m
Subaru Legacy is 9 cm longer than the Skoda Octavia, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Subaru Legacy is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 433 litres560 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1420 litres
Skoda Octavia has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Subaru Legacy has 127 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. This could mean that the Subaru Legacy uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Legacy is 0.6 metres more than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Subaru Legacy can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`948~ 1`961
Safety: no data
Quality:
high

average
Average price (€): 22001800
Pros and Cons: Subaru Legacy has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • only petrol engines available
  • higher ground clearance
  • fewer faults
Skoda Octavia has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
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