2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Tucson | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
