2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Silverado | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
