2007 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Skoda Fabia 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Skoda Skoda
Model Fabia Octavia
Year Released 2007 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1388 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.6 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.1 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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