2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
