2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 235 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.
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 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Octavia | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
