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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 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 132 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 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1368 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |