2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | Viano | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
