2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,983 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 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Vivaro | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |