2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. Both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2005 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.

Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Skoda Octavia 2005 Skoda Octavia
Make Skoda Skoda
Model Octavia Octavia
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm


 

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