2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 538 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
