2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 120 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
