2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |