2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 335 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Octavia | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2835 mm |
