2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Venture |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
