2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1114 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 2006 Skoda Octavia
Make Mercedes-Benz Skoda
Model GL Octavia
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 198 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2454 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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