2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 528 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 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Skoda | Porsche |
Model | Octavia | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |