2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus RX 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Lexus Skoda
Model RX Octavia
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 195 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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