2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Skoda |
| Model | Golf | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
