2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
