2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2006 Skoda Octavia and 2006 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Octavia | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1395 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |