2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
