2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 234 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2011 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
