2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Skoda Octavia and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |