2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 54 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Octavia | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |