1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Sunfire | Octavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |