2010 Lotus Evora vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 626 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora. 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lotus Evora | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Evora | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
