2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 5 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, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 266 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO. 2013 Kia RIO 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. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Skoda | Kia |
Model | Octavia | RIO |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |