2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |