2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Skoda Octavia and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Octavia | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |