2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Kia Picanto 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 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 242 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Picanto | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |