Skoda Superb 2004 vs Skoda Octavia 2004
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.9 Diesel | 1.9 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 285 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 25 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, whereas torque is 35 NM more than Skoda Octavia. Thanks to more power Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 5.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km | 6.3 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Octavia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Superb could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 940 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 1170 km on highway | ||
| 910 km with real consumption | 870 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Skoda Superb 2004 1.9 engine: A reliable engine when using quality oils. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.57 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.46 m | |
| Skoda Superb is 23 cm longer than the Skoda Octavia, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Superb is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 462 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1228 litres | 1420 litres | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Skoda Superb uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Octavia (by 192 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 1.6 metres more than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Skoda Superb can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`106 kg | 2`010 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`548 kg | 1`275 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 558 kg | 735 kg | |
| Skoda Superb load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 32 procentiem less than Skoda Octavia. Therefore, Skoda Octavia is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Skoda Octavia has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Skoda Superb has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Skoda Octavia, so Skoda Octavia quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1600 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.0/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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