2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 377 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Equinox | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
