2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Sportage | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |