2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
