2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |