1998 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Sunfire | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |