2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sorento | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
