2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
