2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
