2006 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Astra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
