2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Volkswagen | Skoda |
Model | Touareg | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |