2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C1 and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C1 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:
2008 Citroen C1 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C1 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |