Skoda Octavia 2005 vs Opel Astra 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 102 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 148 NM | 125 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12 seconds | 14 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Octavia engine produces 12 HP more power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 23 NM more than Opel Astra. Thanks to more power Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 6.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km | 6.8 l/100km | |
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The Opel Astra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 165 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Octavia consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 52 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 850 km in combined cycle | |
| 960 km on highway | 1040 km on highway | ||
| 710 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Opel Astra gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 380'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Skoda Octavia engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Seat Ibiza, Seat Toledo | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Meriva, Opel Corsa, Opel Combo | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Octavia might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 2005 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 2005 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.57 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Octavia is 5 cm longer than the Opel Astra, 2 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 580 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1630 litres | 1590 litres | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Skoda Octavia has 80 litres more trunk space than the Opel Astra. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Octavia (by 40 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 1 metres less than that of the Opel Astra, which means Skoda Octavia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`930 | 1`805 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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