2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 267 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
