2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | B | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
