2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
