Skoda Fabia 2008 vs Skoda Octavia 2005
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 153 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.8 seconds | 14 seconds | |
|
Skoda Fabia is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Fabia engine produces 3 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, whereas torque is 5 NM more than Skoda Octavia. Thanks to more power Skoda Fabia reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.5 | 7.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.7 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
|
The Skoda Fabia is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Skoda Fabia consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that by driving the Skoda Fabia over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Fabia consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 600 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 750 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 580 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Skoda Octavia gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 2005 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 2005 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.24 m | 4.57 m | |
| Width: | 1.64 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.47 m | |
|
Skoda Fabia is smaller, but slightly higher. Skoda Fabia is 33 cm shorter than the Skoda Octavia, 13 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Fabia is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 580 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1226 litres | 1625 litres | |
|
Skoda Octavia has more luggage space. Skoda Fabia has 100 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Octavia (by 399 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10 meters | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`650 | 1`965 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Skoda Octavia has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Fabia, so Skoda Octavia quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 2400 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Skoda Fabia has
|
Skoda Octavia has
| |