2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 112 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
