2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. Both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2009 Volkswagen T5 are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
