2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2006 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |