2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20. 2009 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Octavia | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
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 | 109 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |