2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
