2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1306 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
