2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
