2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | Octavia | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |