2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2008 Suzuki Forenza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
Model | Octavia | Forenza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |