2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Octavia | Visto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
