2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Impala 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Chevrolet Skoda
Model Impala Octavia
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 233 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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