2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
