1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. Both 1996 Seat Toledo and 2006 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 353 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Toledo | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |