2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Santa Fe | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |