2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy 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:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Subaru | Skoda |
| Model | Legacy | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
