2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Colorado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
