2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Opel Zafira | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Zafira | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |