2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 391 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Panda | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |