1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3530 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |