2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Skoda | Infiniti |
| Model | Octavia | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
