2005 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Skoda |
| Model | M | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
