2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 469 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Elise | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
