1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Octavia | Accent |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |