2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Camry | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
