1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 161 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
