2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 440 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 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
