2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |