2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1495 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 2001 Toyota Mega 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, 2001 Toyota Mega 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
