2007 Holden Caprice vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2007 Holden Caprice 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.

Because 2007 Holden Caprice 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 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Holden Caprice 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Holden Skoda
Model Caprice Octavia
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 344 HP 102 HP
Torque 530 Nm 148 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 7.2 L/100km


 

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