2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Nubira | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |