2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Silverado | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |