2008 Skoda Superb vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Superb and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Superb weights approximately 295 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, 2008 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Superb | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Superb | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
