2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 648 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
