2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
