2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (312 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 933 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Octavia | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |