2008 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 2 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 2008 BMW M6. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | M6 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
