2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
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2004 Skoda Octavia | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
Model | Octavia | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |