2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Sorento | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |