2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C1 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. 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 (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C1 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C1 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C1 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |