2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
Model | Outlander | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |