2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |