2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 501 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | Octavia | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
