2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. Both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 202 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 Sharan. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Sharan |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
