2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Sirion | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
