2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar X-Type and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | X-Type | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
