1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | Octavia | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |