2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
