2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Skoda Octavia and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Octavia | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |