2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 242 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C3 2006 Skoda Octavia
Make Citroen Skoda
Model C3 Octavia
Year Released 2011 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 165 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1123 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.4 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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