2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Lacetti | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |