2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Skoda |
| Model | FX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
