2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
