2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Aveo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
