2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2007 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
