2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | LaCrosse | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |