2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Matrix and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Matrix (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Matrix | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
