2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 3 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Venga. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Octavia | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
