2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 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 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Alpina | Skoda |
| Model | B5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
