2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
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 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Caldina |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |