2009 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Delta weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Delta | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
