2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
