1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Felicia | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Felicia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |