1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Typhoon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
