2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 4 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 655 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 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Skoda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Octavia | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
