2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |