2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 159 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |