2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Picnic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |