2005 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A8 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
