2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |