2012 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 285 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.
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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
