2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | E | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
