2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 6 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 39 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2011 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Octavia | ix20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2615 mm |