2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 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. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | GT | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |