2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
