2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Skoda Octavia 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Skoda Skoda
Model Octavia Octavia
Year Released 2006 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 188 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 15.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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