2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (289 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 159 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |