2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Cerato | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Cerato | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |