2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Tacoma | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
