2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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2008 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Skoda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Octavia | Outlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |