2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Silverado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
