1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 707 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3530 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
