2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Skoda Octavia
Make Alfa Romeo Skoda
Model 159 Octavia
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1908 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 212 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 5 L/100km


 

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