2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 629 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 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Jeep | Skoda |
Model | Liberty | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |