2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Santa Fe | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |