1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
