2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 605 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Skoda | Lexus |
| Model | Octavia | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
