2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2008 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Saleen S7.
Because 2008 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Skoda | Saleen |
Model | Octavia | S7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2692 mm |