2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Smart | Skoda |
Model | ForFour | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |