2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Panda | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |