2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 313 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |