2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 187 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 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
