2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
