2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Skoda | Proton |
| Model | Octavia | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
