2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
