2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
