2004 Scion tC vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Scion tC 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Scion | Skoda |
| Model | tC | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
