2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 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. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. 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 (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Skoda | Lada |
| Model | Octavia | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
