2006 Kia Rio 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 Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Rio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
