1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 682 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Skoda Octavia | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
Model | Octavia | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |