2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |