2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Rio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
