2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 219 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 2012 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
Model | Octavia | i30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |