2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Silverado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
