2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
