2007 Proton Satria 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 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Satria 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Satria | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | Satria | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
