2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Skoda Octavia and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |