2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Octavia | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
