2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Panda | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
