2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1301 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |