2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
