2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 255 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |