2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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 (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Astra | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1393 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |