2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada 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 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Strada | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
