1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2005 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Toyota | Skoda |
Model | Carina | Octavia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |