2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sportage | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
