1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 940 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 2010 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | Octavia | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
