2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 188 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2615 mm |