2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Saab | Skoda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
