2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
