2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
