Volkswagen Passat 2008 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: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 122 HP | 75 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 126 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Passat is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Passat engine produces 47 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, whereas torque is 74 NM more than Skoda Octavia. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Passat reaches 100 km/h speed 5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km | 7.0 l/100km | |
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By specification Volkswagen Passat consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Passat over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volkswagen Passat consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1060 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 1270 km on highway | 1000 km on highway | ||
| 950 km with real consumption | 780 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Passat gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 370'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 11 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Yeti | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Skoda Fabia, Audi A2 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Passat might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volkswagen Passat 2008 1.4 engine: The engine is prone to increased vibration at idle. The engine is also very demanding on fuel quality. The timing chain has a low life expectancy and must be monitored. Turbine problems are also common. Skoda Octavia 2004 1.4 engine: Engine is known for its simplicity, compact design, and overall reliability. Many complaints from owners are related to power loss or fluctuating idle, often caused by issues with the throttle body, EGR valve, or air leaks ... More about Skoda Octavia 2004 1.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.77 m | 4.57 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.46 m | |
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Volkswagen Passat is larger. Volkswagen Passat is 20 cm longer than the Skoda Octavia, 5 cm wider, while the height of Volkswagen Passat is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 565 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1350 litres | |
| Volkswagen Passat has 5 litres more trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Passat is 1.2 metres more than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Volkswagen Passat can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`000 | 1`890 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| Skoda Octavia has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Passat has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Skoda Octavia, so Skoda Octavia quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 2000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.0/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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