2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1240 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
