2010 Ascari A10 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 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 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ascari A10 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ascari | Skoda |
| Model | A10 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 346 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2580 mm |
