Skoda Octavia 2005 vs Volkswagen Golf 2007

 
Skoda Octavia
2005 - 2009
Volkswagen Golf
2007 - 2009
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.6 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 102 HP102 HP
Torque: 148 NM148 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12 seconds12.3 seconds
Skoda Octavia and Volkswagen Golf have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.27.4
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km7.7 l/100km
By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that by driving the Skoda Octavia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 760 km in combined cycle740 km in combined cycle
960 km on highway910 km on highway
710 km with real consumption710 km with real consumption

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 480'000 km480'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 11 years10 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Seat Ibiza, Seat ToledoInstalled on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A3, Volkswagen Touran
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
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 

Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.6 engine: This engine is simple and reliable, rarely causing significant issues for owners. Fluctuating idle speed is often linked to a clogged fuel pump strainer or air leaks in the intake system. If vibrations or ...  More about Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.6 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.57 m4.56 m
Width: 1.77 m1.78 m
Height: 1.47 m1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Octavia is 1 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 580 litres505 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1630 litres1495 litres
Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity.
Skoda Octavia has 75 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Golf. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Octavia (by 135 litres).
Turning diameter: 10 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.9 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Skoda Octavia can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`9301`900
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
average

high
Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Skoda Octavia has serious deffects in 45 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 24002200
Rating in user reviews: 7.9/10 8.8/10
Pros and Cons: Skoda Octavia has
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
Volkswagen Golf has
  • fewer faults
  • higher ratings in user reviews
  • lower price
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