2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 556 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Sorento | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Sorento | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |