2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1955 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
