2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Panda and 2003 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 489 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Panda | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |