2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Skoda | Smart |
Model | Octavia | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |