2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | Octavia | Soul |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |