Subaru Outback 2017 vs Skoda Octavia 2019

 
Subaru Outback
2017 -
Skoda Octavia
2019 -
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.5 Petrol1.5 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming 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: 175 HP150 HP
Torque: 235 NM250 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.2 seconds8.4 seconds
Skoda Octavia is a more dynamic driving.
Subaru Outback engine produces 25 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, but torque is 15 NM less than Skoda Octavia. Despite the higher power, Subaru Outback reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.7no data
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres45 litres
690 km with real consumption660 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Front wheel drive (FWD)

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km330'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 15 years8 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Subaru Forester, Subaru LegacyInstalled on at least 8 other car models, including Audi A3, Skoda Superb, Skoda Scala, Audi A1, Audi Q3
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Skoda Octavia engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Skoda Octavia 2019 1.5 engine: The engine is praised for being both flexible and torquey, delivering impressive performance for its horsepower rating. It is also remarkably fuel-efficient. However, the engine is very demanding when it comes ...  More about Skoda Octavia 2019 1.5 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.82 m4.69 m
Width: 1.84 m1.83 m
Height: 1.68 m1.47 m
Subaru Outback is larger.
Subaru Outback is 13 cm longer than the Skoda Octavia, 1 cm wider, while the height of Subaru Outback is 21 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 512 litres640 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1700 litres
Skoda Octavia has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Subaru Outback has 128 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. This could mean that the Subaru Outback uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11 meters10.4 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Outback is 0.6 metres more than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Subaru Outback can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`100no data
Safety:
The Subaru Outback scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality: no datano data
Average price (€): 26 40021 000
Pros and Cons: Subaru Outback has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • has 4x4 drive
  • better safety assist technologies
Skoda Octavia has
  • timing belt engine
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
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