2011 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | IS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
