2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 544 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
