2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | S8 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |