2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
