2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Acadia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
