2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Opel Meriva 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Meriva | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Meriva | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |