The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Octavia RS (09 - 13) vs. KIA Optima 2.0 (13 - 15)
€ 28,100
€ 25,000
€ 28,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,000
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Skoda Octavia RS is considerably smaller in every dimension. It's 10.5 inches shorter, 2.4 inches narrower and 0.3 inches lower than the KIA Optima 2.0.
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
57
69.6
77.5
57.3
72
79.9
69.6 in
Width
72 in
77.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.9 in
57 in
Height
57.3 in
101.5
180.2
110
190.7
180.2 in
Length
190.7 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
110 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
3164 lb
Curb Weight
3303 lb
4222 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb
Weight Difference:
139 lb
4.21 %
General
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
1Z
Generation
TF
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
197 hp
at 5100 rpm
Power
163 hp
at 6500 rpm
Skoda Octavia RS
197 hp
163 hp
KIA Optima 2.0
207 lb‑ft
at 1800 rpm
Max. Torque
145 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Skoda Octavia RS
207 lb‑ft
145 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 2.0
Performance
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
149 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
7.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
328 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Octavia RS
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0
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16.06 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.26 lb/hp
Skoda Octavia RS
16.06 lb/hp
20.26 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
34 mpg
Skoda Octavia RS
31 mpg
34 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0
23 mpg
city
25 mpg
40 mpg
highway
42 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
455 mi
Range
621 mi
Skoda Octavia RS
455 mi
621 mi
KIA Optima 2.0
Environmental Impact
142.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
132.6 kWh
Skoda Octavia RS
142.1 kWh
132.6 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 5
282 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
261 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Octavia RS
KIA Optima 2.0
5
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1058 lb
Maximum Payload
1107 lb
15.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.3 cu ft
38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
