2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2008 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
