2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |