2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 15 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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2006 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Octavia | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |