2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 792 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
