2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Suburban | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
