2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 350 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 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
