Skoda Octavia 1998 vs Peugeot 307 2002
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain and belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 125 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 170 NM | 147 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Octavia engine produces 15 HP more power than Peugeot 307, whereas torque is 23 NM more than Peugeot 307. Thanks to more power Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 | 7.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The Peugeot 307 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 307, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Octavia consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 307. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 640 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km on highway | 950 km on highway | ||
| 670 km with real consumption | 750 km with real consumption | ||
| Peugeot 307 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Bora | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Citroen Xsara, Citroen C3, Peugeot 206, Peugeot 207 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 307 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 1998 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Skoda Octavia 1998 1.8 engine Peugeot 307 2002 1.6 engine: Relatively reliable engine, the main problems tend to be with the engine control electronics. The engine is demanding on fuel quality and fuel consumption is relatively high. It is highly recommended to ... More about Peugeot 307 2002 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.51 m | |
| Skoda Octavia is 9 cm longer than the Peugeot 307, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | 340 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1510 litres | 1540 litres | |
| Skoda Octavia has 210 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 307. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 307 (by 30 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.2 metres less than that of the Peugeot 307. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`820 | 1`923 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | Peugeot 307 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Octavia, so Peugeot 307 quality could be a bit better. | ||
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1200 | |
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