2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
