1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1261 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3700 mm |