2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 92 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | Octavia | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
