2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. Both 2006 Skoda Fabia and 2008 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
