2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 926 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Canyon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
