2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2005 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia RIO has manual transmission. 2013 Kia RIO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | Octavia | RIO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |