1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 609 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
