2008 Dodge Avenger vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Avenger 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Avenger. 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 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Dodge Avenger 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 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Avenger | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Avenger | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
