2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
