1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Octavia | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
