2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 990 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | Cayenne | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
