1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
Model | Mangusta | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |