2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.

Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda 6 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Mazda Skoda
Model 6 Octavia
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 202 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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