2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Octavia | i20 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |