2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Grande Punto | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |