1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 37 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
