1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
