2002 Skoda Superb vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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 Superb (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
