2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 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, 2009 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
