2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Octavia | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
