2010 Tata Safari vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Safari | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Tata | Skoda |
Model | Safari | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |