2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 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 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Skoda | Porsche |
| Model | Octavia | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
