2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 5 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 135 kg more 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Skoda | Chrysler |
| Model | Octavia | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
