2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 235 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Skoda | Smart |
Model | Octavia | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |