2006 Skoda Superb vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Skoda Superb is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Superb | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
