2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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. Both 2005 Skoda Octavia and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Skoda Octavia (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Octavia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
